POWERGRID Recruitment 2025 Notification Out! Apply online for Officer Trainee Finance & Company Secretary positions. Check eligibility, salary, age limit, selection process, and application dates here.
POWERGRID Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID), a Maharatna PSU under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, has released an official notification for the recruitment of Officer Trainees in the Finance and Company Secretary disciplines under Advt. No. CC/05/2025.
Eligible and dynamic candidates are invited to apply online from 15th October 2025 to 5th November 2025 through POWERGRID’s official website — www.powergrid.in.
POWERGRID Officer Trainee Recruitment 2025
Job Overview Table
| Organization | POWERGRID Corporation of India Limited |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Officer Trainee (Finance) & Officer Trainee (Company Secretary) |
| Advertisement No. | CC/05/2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 20 (approx.) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Central Government PSU Job |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Official Website | www.powergrid.in |
Post Details Table
| Post ID | Post Name | Vacancies | Reservation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 496 | Officer Trainee (Finance) | 19 (including backlog) | UR-9, EWS-1, OBC(NCL)-4, SC-2, ST-1, PwBD-2 |
| 497 | Officer Trainee (Company Secretary) | 1 (Backlog) | PwBD (as per norms) |
Eligibility Criteria
Officer Trainee (Finance):
- Qualification: CA / ICWA (CMA) Pass.
Officer Trainee (Company Secretary):
- Qualification: Associate Member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI).
Note: All qualifications must be recognized in India and from a recognized institution or university.
Age Limit (as on 05.11.2025)
| Category | Maximum Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / UR | 28 years |
| OBC (NCL) | 31 years |
| SC / ST | 33 years |
| PwBD | Up to 10–15 years relaxation (as per category) |
Salary Structure
| Stage | Pay Details |
|---|---|
| During Training | ₹40,000/- Basic Pay + IDA + HRA + Perks @12% (Approx. CTC ₹11 Lakh per annum) |
| After Training | ₹50,000 – 1,60,000 (IDA) in E-2 Grade (Approx. CTC ₹22.5 Lakh per annum) |
Other Benefits:
Dearness Allowance, Performance Related Pay, Company Accommodation/HRA, Medical Facilities, Provident Fund, Gratuity, Pension, Insurance, etc.
Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC (NCL) / EWS | ₹500/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | Exempted |
| Payment Mode | Online via POWERGRID portal |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Starting Date to Apply Online | 15 October 2025 (5:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 05 November 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Cut-off Date for Age/Education | 05 November 2025 |
Selection Process
The selection process includes the following stages:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT) – Objective type (2 hours)
- Professional Knowledge Test (PKT): 120 Questions
- Executive Aptitude Test (EAT): 50 Questions
- Negative Marking: ¼ mark for each wrong answer
- Group Discussion (GD)
- Behavioral Assessment
- Personal Interview
Weightage:
- CBT: 85%
- GD: 3%
- Interview: 12%
Qualifying Marks:
- UR/EWS: 40% (30% each in PKT & EAT)
- Reserved: 30% (25% each in PKT & EAT)
Service Agreement Bond
Selected candidates must execute a service agreement bond:
- ₹5,00,000/- for General/OBC(NCL)/EWS
- ₹2,50,000/- for SC/ST/PwBD
Commitment: Minimum 3 years of service after training.
Test Centres
The Computer-Based Test will be conducted in:
Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata, Bhopal, and Guwahati.
How to Apply
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the official website www.powergrid.in.
- Navigate to Careers → Job Opportunities → Openings → Executive Positions on All India Basis.
- Click on “Recruitment of Officer Trainee (Finance) & Officer Trainee (CS)”.
- Register with valid Email ID and Mobile Number.
- Fill in required details and upload documents (photo, signature, certificates).
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| POWERGRID Official Website | www.powergrid.in |
POWERGRID offers a golden opportunity for finance professionals and company secretaries to join one of India’s leading Maharatna PSUs. Candidates passionate about contributing to India’s power sector transformation should apply before 5th November 2025.